Toronto Tourism Magazine 2009 - (Page 13)
Cityscapes around town Public Art, Peaceable Kingdom Animals loom large in our imaginations, especially in downtown Toronto where on a three-hour walking tour you can encounter a sprawling peaceable kingdom of sculpted creatures — no entry fee required. In fact, according to Jane Perdue, public art coordinator for the City of Toronto, there are scores of art works available for viewing within the few blocks of the downtown core. Start with Michael Snow’s Flight Stop, a naturalistic flock of Canadian geese descending from the glass galleria in the Eaton Centre (Yonge and Queen). Look close and you’ll see that they’re actually life-sized photos of geese glued onto fibreglass taxidermy forms. Beloved mascots of the financial district, Joe Fafard’s The Pasture comprises a herd of seven contented bronze cows hunkered down in the TorontoDominion Centre plaza (at the foot of a pair of architecturally important office towers by Mies van der Rohe). In the Yorkville gallery district, an obdurate Fafard bronze bull stands splay-legged in front of the Mira Godard Gallery (22 Hazelton Ave.). Remembered Sustenance, Cynthia Short’s magical herd of gentle dog-eared donkeys roams the grassy sward in front of Metro Hall’s daycare centre on Wellington Street West. Fastwurms’ Woodpecker Column is a giant woodpecker on a pole with coloured light seeping out of the pole’s pecked holes at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre’s south entrance (at 222 Bremner Blvd.). Watch for future additions to Toronto’s peaceable kingdom as the city’s Planning and Urban Design Department continues to negotiate with major developers for community amenities, including public art. — Betty Ann Jordan Breakfast Without Breaking the Bank Scrambled, poached or fried? We’ve scoured the city for 10 breakfast hot spots you can enjoy for around $10 1. Only Cafe. Funky, retro and a little rock ’n’ roll, this cozy little hideaway comes equipped with a pinball machine and makes a mean weekend brunch, served until 3 p.m. 972 Danforth Ave., 416-463-7843 2. Golden Griddle. This is one pancake house famous for being family friendly. Prefer waffles or eggs? They’ve got those, too. Various locations, some open 24 hours; www.goldengriddlecorp. com for addresses 3. Sunset Grill. Bright and cheerful, people often line up for a seat at this Beaches institution. 2006 Queen St. E., 416-690-9985 4. Galaxie Diner. A nostalgic diner situated away from Toronto’s downtown core, Galaxie serves huge, all-day breakfasts in a family-friendly atmosphere. 4401 Hwy. 7, Woodbridge, 905-264-7244 5. Detroit Eatery. The walls of this local hot spot are collaged with Red Wings paraphernalia and the eatery has twice been visited by the Stanley Cup itself. 389 Danforth Ave., 416-461-0136 6. Patrician Grill. Serving up comfort food under the motto, “Eat here. Diet at home,” the Patrician promises fast and friendly service — as long as you avoid off-menu requests. (Closed on Sundays.) 219 King St. E., 416-366-4841 7. Vesta Lunch. Open 24/7, Vesta has been the Annex answer to all-hour cravings since 1955 — and maintains its original cashonly, bar stool-diner ambience. 474 Dupont St., 416-537-4318 8. Over Easy. Located near both the University of Toronto and the Royal Ontario Museum, Over Easy knows eggs — it’s reflected in its extensive menu. 208 Bloor St. W., 416-922-2345 9. Shopsy’s. Toronto’s favourite deli, Shopsy’s serves up a hearty homestyle breakfast in the heart of the city. 33 Yonge St., 416-365-3333 10. Cora’s. A vibrant family restaurant that boasts dishes elaborately garnished with fruit that matches its cheerful walls. A great place to take kids. 277 Wellington St. W., 416-598-2672 — Sara Cation Photos: (top) newyork808; (bottom) Allison Woo TORONTO 2009 | 13
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Toronto Tourism Magazine 2009
Toronto Tourism Magazine 2009
Contents
Contributors
Welcome
Cityscapes
Toast of the Town
In the Night Garden
Gooooal!
Take a Moment
Faces of Toronto
Red Rocket
Past Perfection
Water Lust
The Artist’s City
Living the Green Dream
York Region and North Toronto
Mississauga Marvels
Vine Country
Discovery Walks
Neighbourhoods of Greater Toronto
Listings
Visitor Resources
2009 Event Calendar
Parting Shot
Toronto Tourism Magazine 2009
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